Wilmington, Delaware – Thunderstorms are expected to roll into Wilmington by Thursday morning, bringing bursts of heavy rain and a threat of slick travel on I-95 and local roadways.
According to the National Weather Service, showers will develop after 2 p.m. Thursday, with scattered thunderstorms and gusty winds possible. Rain could linger through Thursday night, with chances decreasing slightly by Friday. Commuters should allow extra time, especially during the evening drive. The chance of precipitation is 40% Thursday and rises to 50% Friday afternoon.
Clouds and wet pavement will persist into the weekend, with Friday and Saturday both seeing scattered showers. Highs will hover in the low-to-mid 70s, offering a cooler-than-average start to the unofficial summer season. Saturday could see partial clearing, but pop-up showers remain possible throughout the day.
Sunday brings a slight uptick in warmth and sun, with temperatures climbing into the upper 70s. Monday stays mostly clear and dry, topping out near 76°F. By Tuesday, sunshine dominates with highs around 80°F — signaling a true summer shift just ahead.
Five-Day Wilmington Forecast Highlights:
- Thursday: Showers and storms, high 76°F.
- Friday: Cloudy with showers, high 74°F.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, chance of showers, high 73°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 77°F.
- Monday: Clear skies and mild, high 76°F.
